How far is Hartford, AL from Hoover, AL?
The driving distance from Hartford, AL to Hoover, AL is about 186.4 miles (300 km), with a travel time of about 03h 09m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 171.9 miles (276.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 19m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 03h 09m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Hartford and Hoover.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hartford and Hoover.
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Start on North 3rd Avenue
19 m · 5 sec · North 3rd Avenue
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Turn right onto Mill Street
73 m · 6 sec · Mill Street
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Turn slight left onto West Main Street
1.2 km · 1 min · West Main Street
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Turn right
15.9 mi · 24 min
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Turn right onto Boll Weevil Circle
3.8 mi · 5 min · Boll Weevil Circle
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Turn right onto Neal Metcalf Road
1.9 mi · 3 min · Neal Metcalf Road
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Continue on Neil Metcalf Road
22.8 mi · 34 min · Neil Metcalf Road
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Turn slight left
7.6 mi · 11 min
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Turn left
3183 ft · 1 min
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Continue straight
859 ft · 15 sec
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Continue straight
1.2 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
1.8 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
3.4 mi · 4 min
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Continue straight
36.1 mi · 43 min
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Continue on McGehee Road
1.5 mi · 3 min · McGehee Road
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Turn right onto Carter Hill Road
1.1 mi · 2 min · Carter Hill Road
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Continue on Zelda Road
1.1 mi · 2 min · Zelda Road
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Turn right onto Ann Street
911 ft · 27 sec · Ann Street
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Turn left onto Ann Street South
1322 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left
2.5 mi · 3 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I-65 North: Birmingham
1759 ft · 43 sec
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Merge slight left
80.3 mi · 1 hr 27 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 31: Montgomery Highway
1348 ft · 33 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on US 31 South: Montgomery Highway, Columbiana Road, Hoover
51 m · 6 sec
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Turn left onto Montgomery Highway
2179 ft · 58 sec · Montgomery Highway
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Turn right onto Old Columbiana Road
80 m · 21 sec · Old Columbiana Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Old Columbiana Road
597 ft · 45 sec · Old Columbiana Road
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Turn right onto Deo Dara Drive
1128 ft · 55 sec · Deo Dara Drive
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Whispering Pines Circle
46 m · 7 sec · Whispering Pines Circle
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Whispering Pines Circle
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Hartford and Hoover.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
I-65 North
Merge slight left
80.3 mi · 01h 27m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Mostly Sunny leaving Hartford and Mostly Sunny near Hoover.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hartford to Hoover?
The road trip is about 186.4 miles (300 km) and usually takes 03h 09m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Pike Road is a useful midpoint, sitting about 92.3 miles from Hartford and 94.1 miles from Hoover.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 171.9 miles (276.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.5 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:40 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.92 one way or $49.84 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 58.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Hartford and Mostly Sunny near Hoover.
Stop Ideas Near Pike Road
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Pike Road.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hartford and Hoover. Straight-line distance: 171.93 mi (276.69 km).
#1 Hartford
City in Alabama
| Population | 2,591 |
| Coordinates | 31.1024000, -85.6968800 |
| Altitude | 83 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Hoover
The most populous city in Jefferson County, Alabama.
| Population | 85,959 |
| Coordinates | 33.4053900, -86.8113800 |
| Altitude | 176 |
| Country | United States |
End: Whispering Pines Circle (-86.811477, 33.405365)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 300 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 12m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 39m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 43m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 06m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 39m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 19m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.79 | $24.92 | $49.84 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $28.02 | $56.05 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $30.43 | $60.87 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $35.63 | $71.26 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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